Jeju Island Residents Call for Stricter Casino Regulations
Date: 2024-01-06 Author: Dima Zakharov Categories: EVENTS
Residents Concerned About Rising Crime Rates
A recent survey conducted on Jeju Island, South Korea, has highlighted growing concerns among residents regarding the impact of foreigner-only casinos. The survey, which gathered the opinions of 1,000 local adults, revealed that 49.9% of respondents believe these casinos have contributed to a surge in criminal activities, while 14.2% disagreed with this assessment.
Environmental and Traffic Concerns
In addition to crime, the survey also explored residents' views on the casinos' impact on the environment. Over half of the respondents (52%) expressed concerns about the negative environmental effects, including pollution and increased traffic problems, caused by these casinos. However, 13.7% disagreed with these environmental concerns.
Effects on Youth and Education
The survey also delved into the impact of casinos on the local youth and education sector. A majority of respondents (55.1%) believed that the casinos have a detrimental effect on the youth and the educational system. However, 13.7% did not see a connection between the two.
Economic Benefits vs. Stricter Regulations
While the casinos have boosted the local economy by attracting foreign tourists and creating jobs, 51.4% of respondents emphasized the need for stricter regulations. On the other hand, 27.3% of respondents believed that the casinos could benefit from increased government support.
Jeju Island's government plans to conduct this survey annually to gauge public opinion on the casinos and their regulations. The debate between economic benefits and social concerns continues as residents seek a balance that safeguards both their local economy and their quality of life.
